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A growing number of today’s diners must avoid gluten — a protein found in wheat, barley and rye — due to celiac disease and other debilitating allergies. In response, the following restaurants have made a commitment to include gluten-free dishes on their menus.
For a full list of gluten-free restaurants in Greater Philadelphia, visit Urbanspoon or Gluten Free Philly.
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The Stuart @ Food For All Market
7127 Germantown Avenue Philadelphia, PA
Oven-roasted Eberly turkey breast, sliced and topped with Cafe Estelle bacon, thinly sliced apple, mixed organic greens and mayo on a Joan’s GF Italian roll.
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Caldo De Res @ Cantina Feliz
424 South Bethlehem Pike Fort Washington, PA
The menu at Cantina Feliz, a contemporary Mexican restaurant in Ft. Washington, is 99% gluten-free. All breading is plantains and nacho chips. All flour is rice flour. Chef Tim Spinner and his business partner, Brian Sirhal, are protégés of Jose Garces.
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Salmon @ Trax Restaurant & Café
27 West Butler Pike Ambler, PA
This American BYOB in the old train station in Ambler has many gluten-free menu items, including: North Atlantic salmon with balsamic reduction, house-smoked baby back ribs with a tangy BBQ sauce and spicy Texas slaw, and free-range chicken, pan seared with a rosemary caper sauce. Top it off with one of several gluten-free desserts.
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The Greenwood Kitchen snacks @ Essene Market
719 S. 4th Street Philadelphia, PA
A relative newcomer to the local scene, The Greenwood Kitchen produces gluten-free, vegan and health-conscious snacks like macaroons, granola, cookies and kale chips.
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Flourless Chocolate Espresso Cake @ Tria
123 S. 18th Street Philadelphia, PA
Wine, beer and cheese bar Tria serves cheese on gluten-free crackers upon request. And save room for a gluten-free dessert!
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Pan-Fried Foie Gras and Duck Egg @ The Dandelion
124 S. 18th Street Philadelphia, PA
Stephen Starr continues his reign in the Philadelphia dining scene with his English pub-style The Dandelion in Rittenhouse Square.
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Fresh Mozzerella Appetizer @ Boston Style Pizza
447 N. Sumneytown Pike North Wales, PA
Celiac sufferers won’t miss out on traditional favorites at Boston Style Pizza, home to an entire gluten-free menu that includes a fresh mozzarella appetizer and a healthy hummus platter. What’s more, classic pizza with homemade sauce and a special blend of Wisconsin cheeses is available on gluten-free crust.
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arepas @ Sazon
941 Spring Garden Street Philadelphia, PA
The home-style Venezuelan cuisine at Sazon—just west of trendy Northern Liberties—satisfies vegetarians avoiding wheat with dishes like grilled tofu and mushrooms with brown rice and black beans. An entire gluten-free menu of various arepas (corn patties) delights vegans and vegetarians with toppings like scrambled egg, cheddar cheese, tofu or veggies.
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Cupcake @ Sweet Freedom Bakery
1424 South Street Philadelphia, PA
Philly’s first “allergen-free” bakery, Sweet Freedom is stocked daily with tantalizing (naturally sweetened) gluten-free, vegan sweets—from cupcakes to blueberry bars and whole cakes. Plus, they crank out daily specials Tuesday through Sunday.
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Beet salad with goat cheese @ Bliss
220 S. Broad Street Philadelphia, PA
Vegetarian Celiacs and their friends find what they’re looking for at Bliss, where chef Anthony Goodwin keeps an eye on the gluten. (He regularly caters functions held by the National Foundation for Celiac Awareness.) Popular items include the beet salad with goat cheese and the poached pear and candied walnut salad with bleu cheese and vanilla bean-pear dressing. (The menu changes based on the available ingredients, though the chef is very accommodating with gluten-intolerant dietary restrictions.)
